Professional Development Day for Ibbenbüren's After-School Program Staff
Ibbenbüren's After-School Educators Sharpen Skills in Dynamic Training Day
This year's training day for employees in Ibbenbüren's Offener Ganztag (OGS) after-school programs focused on innovative educational approaches, peer exchange, and collaborative learning.
Ibbenbüren, March 27, 2026 — New pedagogical strategies, professional networking, and shared learning took center stage at this year's professional development day for staff working in Ibbenbüren's Offener Ganztag (OGS) after-school programs. Educators from across the city's OGS locations seized the opportunity to expand their skills and gain fresh inspiration for their daily work with children.
The event opened with welcoming remarks from Beate Pohl, principal of Michaelschule, and Hannah Paluch-Erber, the city's lead pedagogical coordinator for OGS programs. They outlined the day's agenda before participants divided into two rounds of workshops, with dedicated time for discussion and networking in between.
Workshop topics were selected based on a survey of staff needs and covered critical areas such as preventing sexualized violence, child protection protocols, the pedagogically sound use of iPads in after-school settings, strategies for managing challenging behavior in children, and the role of physical activity in learning. External experts from various educational fields led the sessions, aiming to equip staff with sustainable methods to enhance their daily practice.
Feedback on the training day was overwhelmingly positive. Participants particularly praised the practical focus of the content, the introduction of new pedagogical tools, and the value of exchanging ideas with colleagues. Many reported leaving with actionable strategies for their work and expressed enthusiasm for more events of this kind.
Instructors, too, commended the day's organization and smooth execution, describing the staff as highly engaged and eager to learn. Several presenters also indicated interest in returning for future OGS professional development initiatives in Ibbenbüren.
By hosting this training day, the city of Ibbenbüren reaffirms its commitment to the ongoing professional growth of its after-school educators, further strengthening the quality of pedagogical support in local schools.
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